Comco, Inc

question 45

Multiple Choice

Comco, Inc.has accumulated the following data for the cost of maintenance on its machinery for the last four months: Assume that the relevant range includes all of the activity levels mentioned in this problem. Assuming Comco uses the high-low method of analysis, the fixed cost of maintenance would be estimated to be:

• A)$14, 500
• B)$5, 020
• C)$13, 000
• D)$12, 320

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Definitions:

Deduct

To subtract or take away from the gross amount; in taxation, to lower taxable income by subtracting allowable deductions.

At-risk Amount

The investment in money or other property at risk in an activity, determining the deductible loss limit.

Passive Loss Rules

Tax provisions limiting the amount of loss investors can claim from passive activities, such as rental properties, to offset other income.

Income

Funds acquired regularly from labor or investment returns.